How To Fix PAMS117 - Not suitable counter found

PAMS117 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAMS - Messages for Graphical Planning Board

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Not suitable counter found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAMS117 - Not suitable counter found ?

  The SAP error message PAMS117: Not suitable counter found typically occurs in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or Asset Management when the system is unable to find a suitable counter for a specific operation or task. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to create or process maintenance orders, notifications, or when working with measuring points and counters.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Counter Configuration: The counter that is expected to be used for the operation may not be configured in the system.
  Incorrect Counter Type: The counter type defined in the system may not match the requirements of the operation being performed.
  Counter Not Assigned: The counter may not be assigned to the relevant equipment or functional location.
  Inactive Counter: The counter might be inactive or not available for the specific time period or context.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the counter.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
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